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Moses Odubajo's exit leaves Hull City fans wondering what might have been

In the weeks that preceded Hull City’s return to the Premier League in 2016, Curtis Davies and Jake Livermore were asked separately which team-mate they were most looking forward to see tested in the top-flight.

Both, without hesitation, shared one answer: Moses Odubajo.

The attack-minded right-back had just enjoyed a brilliant debut season with the Tigers, making 54 appearances in a campaign that concluded with victory over Sheffield Wednesday in the Championship play-off final at Wembley.

Jake Livermore (left) and Moses Odubajo of Hull City thank the fans at the final whistle during Hull City's away win at Ipswich in March 2016

The stage was set for Odubajo to thrive on a higher level two years ago but he will now depart the KCOM Stadium without playing again for City.

What do we know about Lichaj and what can he bring to the KCOM Stadium?

Who is he?

Born in Illinois to Polish parents, Lichaj spent just one season playing in America, before he was spotted and brought over the pond to England by then-Premier League outfit Aston Villa, aged 19.

However, despite showing early promise the defender struggled to establish himself at Villa Park.

Nevertheless, after spending time at lower league clubs Lincoln City and Leyton Orient on loan in 2009/10, he made his Premier League debut in November 2010 – a month after his international debut - before being rewarded with his first start a month later.

Another loan spell came later that season, joining Leeds United for three months. Lichaj went on to play a bit-part role at Villa for another two seasons, but ultimately the Villans decided against offering the American a new deal, allowing him to join Nottingham Forest on a free transfer in July 2013.

He has remained at the City Ground, where his consistent performances down the flank have earned him a spot close to the hearts of many Forest fans.

What experience does he have?

After three successful loan spells during his time with Villa, he left Villa Park with 73 appearances under his belt, 32 of which came in the Premier League.

But, since then, the 29-year-old has picked up a wealth of experience at the City Ground, making a further 190 appearances in his five years for the Reds, scoring six goals along the way.

Eric Lichaj of Nottingham Forest (Image: Getty)

Furthermore, he has earned 14 caps for the United States and he will be hoping to add to that total this summer after being included in the squad for friendlies against Bolivia, Republic of Ireland and France.

How has his time been at Nottingham Forest?

Lichaj has established himself as a firm fans’ favourite at the City Ground after becoming a fixture down the right-hand side for the Reds.

He went on to captain the side on a number of occasions last season, a campaign in which he won the club’s Player of the Year award for his talismanic performances.

However, should he leave this summer, it is likely he will be best remembered for his brace scored against Arsenal in the FA Cup this season – goals that saw the Reds knock out the holders in the third round of the competition.

Why is he available?

Despite his goals in the cup, since the arrival of Aitor Karanka, the 29-year-old has found himself out of favour – relegated to the bench in place of Tendayi Darikwa more often than not.

And as the Spaniard continues his overhaul of the Forest squad it seems Lichaj could be one name to make way in order to free up space in the squad, with his future as a starter for the Reds looking bleak.

United States of America defender Eric Lichaj (Image: Getty)

As such, while the defender is under contract for next season, it seems Forest are willing to cash in on the defender before they lose him for nothing.

Where can he play?

Predominantly a right-back, Lichaj has been known to play on the opposite flank on a number of occasions for Forest.

He also has the ability to play further forward and get up the field, meaning should Nigel Adkins opt to play three at the back next season he could fit in.

How would he fit in at City?

As it stands, City are in the middle of a defensive crisis ahead of next season. With Ola Aina, Fikayo Tomori and Michael Hector returning to their parent clubs and Moses Odubajo, Max Clark and Michael Dawson all out of contract and yet to sign new deals to stay at the club beyond the end of next month – it leaves the head coach short of options.

In addition to that, with Angus MacDonald and Ondrej Mazuch injured and looking set to miss the start of pre-season, there is the possibility that Stephen Kingsley could be the club’s only fit, senior defender in the squad when they reconvene for training on June 25.

Therefore Lichaj’s versatility may well be an appealing attribute for the head coach as he looks to build a squad worthy of competing in the Championship next season.

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Hull City will have to break their bad habits in the transfer window

Although the transfer window is still in its infancy, Hull City are one of only ten Championship clubs yet to make a signing this summer.

Having seen six senior faces depart the club this summer on free transfers, Nigel Adkins has been left with a decimated squad with a clear dearth of experience.

As such, the head coach will be hoping to be busy in the market before the window slams shut on August 9 – an early date than previous years – as he looks to build a squad capable of competing in the second tier next season.

Former Hull City manager Steve Bruce (Image: Getty)

However as it stands the head coach is yet to welcome his first summer signing and runs the risk of starting pre-season on June 25 with a dangerously threadbare squad and just one fit senior defender contracted for next season as injuries to Angus MacDonald and Ondrej Mazuch ensure they will miss the start of pre-season.

Nevertheless, while head of recruitment, Adkins and co are frantically trying to land reinforcements this summer, we take a look at when City fans can expect to see a signing.

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Moses Odubajo will leave Hull City this summer after turning down contact extension

Moses Odubajo will leave Hull City on a free transfer this summer after becoming the latest out-of-contract player to reject a new deal at the KCOM Stadium.

Odubajo was offered a contract extension by the Tigers last month but head coach Nigel Adkins has confirmed the defender will join an alarming exodus.

Moses Odubajo of Hull City celebrates their promotion after the Championship Play-off Final at Wembley

Jose Mourinho thinks England have what it takes for a strong showing at the World Cup.

Premier League pedigree and Champions League experience should make up for the Three Lions’ youthfulness, said the Manchester United boss, who has seen four of his Reds picked for the side.

Speaking to Sky Sports News, the Portuguese said: “They have a good group of young but experienced players.

“All of them play in the best domestic competition in the world, the Premiership, all of them playing for the best teams, all of them with experience of playing Champions League, which is a high level of football, obviously.

“So I think yes, I think they can do it.”

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Just a reminder

It’s the Carabao Cup first round draw tomorrow. Here’s all you need to know

The Carabao Cup first round draw will be staged on Friday

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Will Annan finds a new club

Former Hull City youngster Will Annan has signed for Scarborough Athletic.

The midfielder was one of several academy products to be released by Hull City this summer having spent nine years at the KCOM Stadium.

However, he has now penned a deal to join Scarborough for the 2018-19 season.

Leeds United are prepared to make Marcelo Bielsa the highest paid manager in the club’s history this summer.

With less than two weeks to go before Leeds are due to return for pre-season training the Whites are still loking for a new manager to take the reins at Elland Road, but after lengthy negotiations with the Argentinian they hope to be able to announce Bielsa’s arrival sooner rather than later.

Argentinian head coach Marcelo Bielsa (Image: Getty )

The former Lille and Athletic Bilbao boss still requires a work permit but should he agree to become the new Leeds boss, he will be paid more than any of his predecessors, according to the Yorkshire Evening Post .

Leeds sacked Paul Heckingbottom at the start of June after a poor run of form saw the Whites finish 13 in the Championship table.

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Would you have any of these?

With less than two weeks to go Nigel Adkins’ Hull Cityreturn for the start of pre-season, the need to bring in reinforcements is becoming pressing.

As such, without a huge war chest of funds to spend this summer in order to build a side capable of competing in the Championship next season he will be on the lookout for a bargain.

Therefore, a quality free agent will no doubt be high on the head coach’s agenda this summer and there is a lot of them about with Premier League clubs releasing a host of talent without the offer of a new contract.

Boaz Myhill is due to see his West Brom contract expire at the end of next month

With that in mind, we have compiled a list of every player released by a top flight club at the end of the season.

While City are unlikely to sign the likes of Yaya Toure or Patrice Evra any time soon, more than a few players on this list would appreciate a chance to impress in the Championship next season.

But, would you like to see any of these names don black and amber next season?

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Every Championship transfer: All the confirmed done deals of the summer window so far

Although Hull City are yet to make a move in the transfer window, plenty of Championship clubs are opting to do their business early this summer.

City fans aren’t the only ones patiently waiting for their club to bring in reinforcements, though, with 10 clubs still to make a signing as pre-season edges ever closer.

Nigel Adkins will still be hoping to welcome a couple of new faces before the Tigers reconvene for the start of the new season on June 25. But having seen six of his most experienced and important players leave the club on free transfers over the last month he will be hoping to land a few more before the window slams shut on August 9.

Nevertheless in a desperate bid to steal a march in the Championship a number of managers have opted to get business done early.

Here’s every done deal from across the second tier so far.

Allan McGregor has joined Rangers on a two-year deal (Image: Rangers)

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Catch up on all yesterday's news here

LIVE: Hull City boss Nigel Adkins. (Image: Focus Images)

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It's just one week until City's fixtures are announced

The Premier League fixtures are announced today as next season begins to become a reality.

However, the Tigers will have to wait one more week to find out their fate as the Championship fixtures are announced next Thursday.

Here’s all you need to know.

The 2018-19 Championship line-up (Image: Leeds United)

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This man though...

How did Jelavic and company get on?

Following the departure of Seb Larsson this week, Hull City will have just two representatives at the 2018 FIFA World Cup in Russia.

The midfielder was awarded his 100th international cap last week and is due to represent Sweden at the finals this summer, however before taking his seat on the plane it was announced he was to leave the KCOM Stadium and link up with AIK.

Larsson has never played professionally in his home country after moving from Sweden to Arsenal at the tender age of 16, but now looks likely to see out his career in the Swedish Allsvenskan.

As such, it leaves Jackson Irvine and Kamil Grosicki as City’s only representatives in Russia this summer after being included in the Australian and Polish squads respectively.

Neymar of Brazil and Nikica Jelavic of Croatia (Image: Getty Images)

Both have been drawn in tough groups but will hope to progress into the knockout stages of the competition. Australia will be in action on Saturday when they take on France in their opening game, before facing Peru and Denmark in Group C. Poland face Senegal in Group H on Tuesday and then face Colombia and Japan.

The Tigers don’t have a rich history in the tournament but Irvine and Grosicki will be hoping to do better than the club’s three previous representatives at the World Cup.

The Mail takes a look at how they got on.

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